Offline dictation for Mac
The best offline dictation apps for Mac.
Offline dictation keeps your voice on your computer and works with no connection. These four can run on your device. We make Juleep, so weigh our view accordingly: the prices below come from each app's own pages.
| Juleep | Superwhisper | Utter | Apple Dictation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $49 once | $8.49 a month, $84.99 a year or $249.99 lifetime for Pro | $6.99 a month or $59.99 a year for Pro | Included with macOS |
| Free plan | 2,000 words a week | Unlimited with local Whisper models | Yes, with local models or your own API key | Yes |
| Cleans up filler words | Yes, on your computer | AI modes need Pro | Auto Edits | Adds punctuation |
| Works in any app | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes, in text fields |
| Also runs on | Windows and Linux coming soon | Windows, iPhone, Android | iPhone | Apple devices |
Other products' details are from their Superwhisper plans, Utter, Apple Dictation guide, checked on 31 October 2026. Names are trademarks of their owners. Spot something out of date? Tell us at support@juleep.com.
Questions
Offline dictation questions
What is offline dictation?
Offline dictation turns speech into text using a model on your own computer, so your audio doesn't go to a server. It needs a one-time model download, usually hundreds of megabytes, and enough memory to run it.
Which offline dictation app is best for Mac?
It depends on what you need. Apple Dictation is the simplest and is included with macOS. Superwhisper has the most features and an unlimited free plan. Utter is a low-cost subscription. Juleep suits people who want tidied-up text, with every edit visible, for one payment of $49.
Is there an offline dictation app with no subscription?
Yes. Juleep costs $49 once and Superwhisper offers a $249.99 lifetime plan. Apple Dictation comes free with macOS.